12-inch Wheels

Twelve-inch wheels serve steel mills, foundries, aerospace maintenance and ground handling, locomotive repair shops, shipyards, heavy manufacturing, power generation facilities, and any operation that moves loads measured in tons. They are also standard on heavy tow dollies and industrial trailers used in plant logistics.

Individual 12 inch wheels in our catalog are rated from 2,000 to over 40,000 lbs, depending on material, core, and bearing configuration. Multi-wheel carts and transfer systems using 12 inch wheels can support combined loads well into six figures. At these capacities, consult your equipment manufacturer specifications and our technical team for proper load analysis.

Yes. The 12 inch diameter is one of the most common sizes for heavy tow dollies, industrial tugger trailers, and towed transfer carts. The large circumference reduces rolling resistance at towing speeds, provides stability, and handles the dynamic forces generated during acceleration, braking, and cornering under heavy loads.

Tapered roller bearings are the standard at this load class, providing the radial and thrust load capacity necessary for safe operation. Many 12 inch wheels use dual tapered roller bearing assemblies for added load distribution and redundancy. Bearing selection must be matched to both static and dynamic load requirements.